Easily change the password on Windows 10

 Here's how to change the password on Windows 10 (and reset it too)

1. Open the Start Menu and select Settings

The Start Menu can be found in the lower-left corner of the toolbar, just press the Windows logo to open it. Alternatively, you can type "settings" into the search bar to the right of the Start Menu icon. 

2. Select Accounts

Now that you have the Settings Menu open, you need to select the Accounts option. If for any reason you’re having trouble locating it, you can also search for Accounts using the search bar located at the top of the Settings Menu. 

3. Select Sign-in options

Running up along the left side of the Accounts Menu, is a list of submenus. Select the one labeled Sign-in options from the list. Once again there is also a search bar, should you have any issues locating the Sign-in options tab.  

4. Under Password, select Change 

In the Sign-in options Menu, there will be a tab labeled ‘Password’, select it, and then hit the change button at the bottom. You can also press Ctrl + Alt + Del and choose 'Change Password' from the submenu that will subsequently open. 

5. Enter your current password 

You will be prompted to enter your current password at this point. So just type in the password that is currently set up on your Windows 10 device. 

6. Enter your new password 

Now you will be able to select a new password. You’ll be asked to confirm the password as well, to make sure it’s something you actually remember. You can also set a password hint, a word or phrase that will jog your memory should you forget your password.